maximizing the living area across the entire length of the plot The interior layout guides occupants through various rooms while keeping the ceiling line intact structures the main area and connects different levels of the house An inner courtyard separates the building from its neighbor allowing natural light to flood the interior spaces all images by Mariela Apollonio The designers at Quadrat Estudio carefully select materials for Casa Carceller to highlight the imperfections inherent in handmade elements The use of bricks in various formats meets the structural requirements of the residence while serving as facade cladding and forming the gutter in an extended format Solid bricks finish the interior walls and appear prominently on the facade Arranged vertically with an increasing gap pattern these bricks reveal their non-supporting character The visible sand and white cement used to grout the clay bricks on the walls and floors contribute to the handcrafted aesthetic of the facade Casa Carceller stands as a simple yet thoughtfully designed residence Casa Carceller aims to revive traditional residential architecture in Foios low-lying plots of an old working-class neighborhood and spatial efficiency are central to the design concept Quadrat Estudio selected materials to highlight the imperfections of handmade elements the living area is maximized across the entire length of the plot solid bricks finish the interior walls and are prominently featured on the facade the design incorporates locally sourced bricks an inner courtyard allows natural light to flood the interior spaces the design harmonizes with neighboring houses while maintaining a non-obtrusive presence name: Casa Carceller architect: Quadrat Estudio | @quadrat_estudio photography: Mariela Apollonio | @fotografadearquitectura designboom has received this project from our DIY submissions feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here. edited by: christina vergopoulou | designboom AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style the Madrid practice of Laia Cervelló and Miguel Fernández-Galiano in collaboration with the A Coruña firm Fernández Carballada y Asociados (FCA) – won the public competition organized by the municipal council of Foios to renovate and enlarge the town hall building of this Valencian locality The scheme preserves the original facade and adds a volume with a compact strip of services along the party wall in addition to a spacious central courtyard which is both a continuation of the town square and a bioclimate element The roof of the new volume and the new lateral access to the auditorium are clad in blue glazed tiles echoing the dome of the nearby parish church As the original structure was in a poor state which has been ingrained in the town’s identity since 1945 This decision made an entire change of programmatic configuration posible a central courtyard organizes the program and sparks a dialogue between the square outside and the one inside in a deliberate effort to blur the limits of the public realm Its role as a bioclimatic element takes on even greater importance in light of the site’s depth The extension of the party wall in the form of a strip of building services incorporates a new floor level that makes it possible to use the high terrace for events The new side entrance serves as a nexus between two programs that can function separately allowing private use of the auditorium and other communal areas outside of administrative office hours there arent any match using your search terms Ferran Torres's season is being one of his best since he arrived at Barça in terms of importance the Valencian forward has proven to be the best substitute for Lamine Yamal figures that reflect his great efficiency every time he steps on the field Ferran Torres against Valencia | @FCBarcelonaHis ability to make the most of his minutes his versatility to play in any attacking position and his goal-scoring instinct have made him a key piece in Flick's squad the club is still considering the possibility of strengthening the forward line next transfer market Barça's sports management is still thinking about signing a top-level striker to increase competitiveness in the forward line The dependence on Lewandowski in the area and on Raphinha and Lamine Yamal on the wings have led the club to explore options to incorporate a new forward Luis Díaz in a match with Liverpool | @luisdiaz19_The goal is to find a player who can compete with the three starters and who Hansi Flick wants to have more offensive alternatives to fight for all titles and that has led Barça to consider using Ferran Torres as a bargaining chip Barça has offered Ferran Torres to Juventus as part of a deal to strengthen the forward line The 'Vecchia Signora' is looking for offensive players and Ferran's profile fits Italian football due to his speed The same information indicates that Barça has offered Ferran Torres to exchange him for Dušan Vlahovic The Serbian is one of the great offensive references in Europe and his arrival in Barcelona would mean a quality leap in the blaugrana attack Vlahovic is a forward with an imposing physique great finishing and a goal-scoring ability that would fit perfectly into Flick's scheme Barça could strengthen their forward line without making a large financial investment ➡️ Male Just days before the presidential elections in the United States the most contentious of recent decades and also the most existential for the world at large the major organs of the international media hardly had space on their front pages for other matters the tragic DANA-caused flash floods in Valencia and the incredible images of cars swept aside like dry leaves by strong winds gave Spain the news headlines and triggered a tide of solidarity making us reflect on the new dangers associated with climate change in the face of which the efforts of nations to control it are utterly failing Vehicles illustrated the ‘apocalypse of rain’ on the covers of Italy’s daily Corriere della Serra to then cross the Atlantic Ocean and appear in Peru’s El Comercio or Argentina’s Clarín as well as the USA’s The Washington Post and The New York Times and rescues were shown in Belgium’s newspaper Le Soir and France’s Le Monde as they were in the UK’s The Times and Ireland’s Irish Independent; and Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia’s reaction to an enraged crowd was highlighted as much by the French Le Figaro and the Mexican El Universo as by the British The Daily Telegraph and The Guardian going from the grief of victims to the political and institutional crisis unleashed by the State’s late and insufficient answer to the Valencian tragedy Ferran Torres is going through a challenging season at Barça the winger has been relegated to a secondary role due to the outstanding performance of the offensive trio formed by Lamine Yamal Lamine Yamal alongside Ferran Torres | Mundo DeportivoThis trio is essential for Hansi Flick to the point of becoming one of the best in Europe and the competitiveness among the players has left Ferran without a place the last days of the winter market have opened an exit door for Ferran Torres Milan has shown interest in the player and is looking for his loan until the end of the season The Rossoneri team has identified in Ferran a profile that can strengthen their attack and provide versatility in the offensive front A loan to Milan wouldn't only allow Ferran to regain confidence but also would facilitate Barça's operation with Marcus Rashford the club could find more financial leeway to accommodate Rashford's arrival Marcus Rashford offers himself to Barça | @marcusrashfordManchester United is willing to negotiate the loan of their English star and Barça sees Rashford as a useful addition to elevate the level of their forward line Meanwhile, this loan of Ferran Torres to Milan could have a strategic consequence for the summer market. Barcelona has long dreamed of signing Rafael Leão and Ferran's departure could facilitate that negotiation Barça doesn't give up on Rafa Leão | @iamrafaeleao93Ferran's loan could be the first step toward a better relationship with the Italian club Barcelona could improve their position to negotiate the signing of Leão The Portuguese player is one of Joan Laporta's main targets to strengthen the blaugrana attack Notifications can be managed in browser preferences. Warning Graphic Footage: The frightened animal ran head first into a wooden pole and dying instantly I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy notice A bull killed itself on a wooden post after being sent into a terrified frenzy when it’s horns were set on fire in front of a baying crowd was initially tied to the post in front of the baying crowd during the “Bulls in the Street” festival – which is a scaled down version of Pamplona’s famous Running of the Bulls festival It was then let go before it flailed around before hitting its head and slumping to the ground The bull had reportedly gored a man on the leg earlier that day but it is not known whether this was the reason it was chosen to be tied to the post In footage, which was obtained by animal rights group Bulls Defenders United and posted on their Facebook page, the crowd’s excitement appears to turn to shock as the animal hits the post the group said: “A bull despairs with the fire on its horns and crashes against the trunk to which it was tied “How many lives will still be taken in the name of traditions that are nothing but barbarity?” Spanish towns and cities have come under intense criticism for the blood sport which sees hundreds of bulls die every year The islands tried to make it completely illegal in 2016 but were blocked by the high court ruling. 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